DAY 1 & 2 February 2 (Tuesday) February 17 (Wednesday)
Free activities The competition officially begins, with a special schedule of free time to allow participants to fully focus on rehearsals and competition preparation, prioritizing their performances. Interested participants will also be offered music or art workshops from 10:4 AM to 4:XNUMX PM (additional fees apply). Parents can enjoy shopping or sightseeing, picking up their children at XNUMX:XNUMX PM.
To Lake Toya → Jigokudani → Noboribetsu Aquarium → 2026 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and Ice Museum Along the way, you'll admire the magnificent scenery of Lake Toya, experience the stunning volcanic landscape of Jigokudani, and get up close and personal with a variety of marine life at Noboribetsu Aquarium. Finally, you'll visit the annual Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and Ice Museum, where you'll experience crystal-clear ice sculptures and a dreamlike world of ice and snow.
Day 4｜February 2 (Friday)
Sapporo Kitara Hall → Winners Concert + Awards Ceremony
A Tour of Otaru's Art Districts: Crystal Music Box, Stained Glass Museum, and Western Art Museum: Otaru Snow Light PathEnjoy a concert by the winning contestants at the world-class Kitara Hall in Sapporo, followed by a grand awards ceremony. Then, embark on a tour of Otaru's art district, strolling through the Crystal Music Box Museum, the Stained Glass Museum, and the Western Art Museum, immersing you in the rich artistic atmosphere. At night, immerse yourself in the romantic illuminations of the Otaru Snow Light Path and experience the unique poetic charm of the snowy land.
Arte Piazza Bibai (Kan Yasuda Sculpture Museum), Snow Park
Visit the GASCA art exhibition at the Kan Yasuda Sculpture Museum in Arte Piazza Bibai and admire artworks from around the world in a poetic space of nature and sculpture. Then, step into the dreamy Snow Paradise and indulge in the joys of ice and snow, experiencing a variety of exciting and fun activities such as snowmobiling, snow banana boating, and snow tubing.
Cost includes/does not include:
Fee included
1.Accommodation
- 4 nights at Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel (Western-style standard room, double occupancy)
- During peak season, the hotel reserves the right to change the location. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
- Maximum occupancy per room: 2 persons;Children under 6 years old do not occupy a bed(Can share a bed, up to 2 people)
- Children aged 6 and above are counted as adults
- If the number of guests exceeds the limit, you must book another room.
- Single occupancy requires an additional single room surcharge of JPY 20,000 per person
2. Catering
- Includes 4 breakfasts at the hotel + 1 lunch (Bibai Snow Park), 9 meals at your own expense
3. Transportation and Tour Guide
- Chartered car service as listed in the itinerary (including tolls, parking fees, and driver tips)
- Chinese tour guide service (during designated time periods)
4. Tickets
- Including Noboribetsu Marine Park
- Lake Shikotsu Ice Wave Festival
- Bibai Snow Park
❌ Fee does not include
- International air tickets (Hong Kong-Sapporo reference flights: CX580/CX582/CX2580)
- Travel insurance, food and beverages, personal expenses
🌨️ Response to unexpected situations:
- The festival (Otaru Snow Light Road/Hyouto Festival) is subject to weather and traffic conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
- In the event of special circumstances or other force majeure (snowstorms, volcanoes, typhoons, earthquakes, etc.), as well as ship and traffic congestion, or tourist attraction closures, we will take emergency contingency measures to ensure the safety and smoothness of the itinerary.Please forgive me.
Tips
- Road conditions are changeable and the itinerary sequence may be slightly adjusted. Please cooperate with the tour guide's arrangements.
- The temperature in Hokkaido can drop below -10°C in February, so please prepare warm clothing (down jacket, windproof pants, snow boots, gloves, hat, neck girdle, etc.).
- The Japanese plug is type A and the voltage is 100V.
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Accommodation: Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Sapporo, offering easy access to both the competition venues and tourist attractions.
We provide comfortable rooms and Chinese and Western buffet breakfast to help children replenish their energy before the game.
Operated by the renowned Tokyu Hotel Group, it is safe and clean, allowing parents to rest assured and children to focus on the competition.
Enjoy the magic of winter in Hokkaido at Bibai Snow Park
We offer a variety of snow activities for everyone from children to adults. Experience authentic snow fun, including snow tubing and snow rafting. Create unforgettable memories with family and friends amidst the vast snowfields. Experience the thrill of snow rafting and the exhilaration of gliding across the vast snowfields. Experience the thrill of driving a snowmobile across the vast snowfields and the thrill of driving through the twisting and rugged mountains.
Otaru's most iconic winter activity: Wander through the romantic ruins of the ancient canal, Crystal Music City, and other venues transformed into a dreamlike world of snow lanterns. Millions of warm rays of light penetrate the curtain of ice crystals, transforming Otaru into a cup of honey wine called "happiness." This is a fairy tale written by light and snow, a glass dream presented to the world by winter. It's like stepping back into the movie "Love Letter"!
Noboribetsu Aquarium: The largest in Hokkaido, filled with Nordic romance and marine fantasy themes, allowing you to get close to various marine creatures.
The penguin parade, which takes place only twice a day in the park, is extremely popular and endearing.
Noboribetsu Hell Valley: formed by a volcanic eruption about 1 years ago, with countless fumaroles spewing out.
Steam and hot water, feel the atmosphere of hell on earth on foot.
2026 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and Ice Museum
Lake Shikotsu (Chitose) in Chitose, Hokkaido, is a magnificent crater lake with crystal-clear water. The Hyoto Festival features sculptures created by spraying and cooling water, imbuing these massive masterpieces with a unique natural beauty. Dozens of ice sculptures, meticulously crafted from pristine lake water, shimmer dazzlingly during the day, reflecting the azure water. At night, they illuminate with colorful lights, creating a magical atmosphere.
Noboribetsu Hell Valley + Lake Toya
Noboribetsu Hell Valley, a magical land filled with the wonders of nature, feels like being transported to another world. Here, the passion of the volcanic eruption intertwines with the spiritual energy of the earth, forming a unique and magnificent scene.
HokkaidoOfLake ToyaJapan's third-largest volcanic lake and a world-renowned tourist destination. Experience the healing power of nature on this popular and essential Hokkaido itinerary, exploring Lake Toya and Noboribetsu.
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- Cancellation: Cancellations made more than 21 days before the tour will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the total tour price. Cancellations made within 20 days before the tour will not be refunded.
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